PO26-270 Medicaid Certification Services and Technical Assistance SP

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) awarded a contract to The Infant-Parent Institute, Inc. for administrative consulting services related to Medicaid Community Mental Health Services (MCMHS) programs. The contract, valued at $99,000.00, was awarded on October 14, 2025, with a performance period extending through November 28, 2025. The specific scope involves conducting activities outlined in 59 Illinois Administrative Code, Chapter 1, Part 132, focusing on provider certification and technical assistance for developing compliant Medicaid Community Mental Health Services contracts.

The contract's primary objective is to support administrative functions during the transition out of the Department's Care Coordination Pilot program. The prime contractor, The Infant-Parent Institute, Inc., will provide comprehensive consulting services aimed at ensuring regulatory compliance and facilitating smooth operational transitions within the state's mental health services framework. The contract is classified as an Open Market Small Purchase, indicating a streamlined procurement process for specialized professional services under the Illinois state procurement guidelines.